Appeal after man exposed himself to woman in Stroud

Officers are appealing for information after a man exposed himself to a woman in Stroud this afternoon, Monday 20 June.

The incident happened around 12.50pm when the victim was walking from Woodchester in the direction of Stroud.

He was stood on a steep embankment off the cycle path which runs alongside the A46 Bath Road.

It appeared as though the man was trying to hide in overgrown bushes and was seen to be pulling up his long shorts.

The man was described as being white, around 5ft 9ins in height, of a slim build and is thought to be under 30 years old.

He was wearing a baseball cap, long shorts and a top with short or rolled up sleeves.

A search of the area took place however the man was not located.

Officers are investigating whether this incident relates to a similar incident in the area which was reported on 9 May when a man was seen masturbating.

Anyone with information, or who saw the man, is asked to report information to police online by completing the following form and quoting incident number 191 of 20 June: https://www.gloucestershire.police.uk/tua/tell-us-about/cor/tell-us-about-existing-case-report/

Alternatively you can also call police on 101.

Did you know you can report information anonymously through the independent crime-fighting charity Crimestoppers? Reporting is completely anonymous and you may be eligible for a reward of up to £1000. You can call 0800 555 111 or report information online. More information can be found here: https://crimestoppers-uk.org/give-information/forms/give-information-anonymously